2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
